Solutions with about the same concentration of osmotically active particles in the ECF so little fluid shifts into and out of cells.

-275-295 mOsm/L

Dextrose 5% in Water, 0.9% Sodium Chloride (NS), Lactated Ringers

Dextrose 5% in Water
-Indications for use
-Precautions for use

For simple dehydration, fluid loss, and hypernatremia

D5 is broken down quickly just leaving H20 so it becomes a hypotonic solution which can lead to cerebral edema; doesn't provide adequate calories for sustained nutrition and can cause protein breakdown